Date Claimer: Write a Book in a Day

We’re inviting students to take part in an exciting and meaningful event, The Kids’ Cancer Project’s “Write a Book in a Day” competition happening on Monday 19 August, from 7:45am to 5:15pm.

This nationwide challenge brings together teams of 5–10 students to write and illustrate a complete book in just one day. The finished books are then donated to children in hospitals across Australia who are undergoing cancer treatment.

This has been a popular activity in previous years, and we are looking for enthusiastic writers and illustrators to join the team in 2025.

Why join?

• Help support kids with cancer
• Build teamwork and creative skills
• See your book shared in hospitals
• Be part of something bigger than yourself

If your child is interested, or would like to know more, please contact Mrs Finden.

Exciting Update to Our Library Space

The library team has been re-evaluating how to make the best use of our space to support the diverse needs of our students. Our goal is to create a welcoming and functional environment that accommodates both quiet individual study and collaborative teamwork.

To better reflect these needs, we are reorganising some of our spaces. One key change is the relocation of our popular Games Zone to the back booth area. This move will allow students to enjoy games in a space where a bit more noise is welcome, while ensuring that those focused on studying can continue to do so without disruption.

We’re excited about these changes and look forward to seeing how they enhance our students’ library experience!

Reminder: Overdue Library Resources

We would like to remind families that a number of library resources, originally due back in March, are now significantly overdue. These items are more than two months late and need to be returned as soon as possible.

Students and parents have already been contacted regarding these overdue items. Please note that any resources not returned by the end of term will be added to Term 3 school fees.

We appreciate your support in helping us keep our library resources available for all students.

Showcasing Different Collections

Throughout Term 2, we have been showcasing the different genres and collections available at the library.  Thanks must go to our very dedicated Library Aide – Mrs Williams for her creativity and exciting displays.

Our current focus is on our ‘Crime’ collection and will be on display until the end of Week 7.

Mrs Jessica Finden

Teacher Librarian

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